ODM Software Manager

About Fairphone

Fairphone is a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, committed to changing the industry from the inside out by integrating strong social and environmental values.

• Location:
  
  China
• Hours:
  
  40 hours per week
• Start date:
  
  September 1, 2026
• Contract duration: 12-month employment contract with possibility of extension to permanent

As an experienced ODM Software Manager with expertise in the Android ecosystem, you oversee the entire software design flow, ensuring delivery of high‑quality software that meets business requirements and technical constraints. You act as a bridge between business needs and technical implementation, making decisions on technologies, frameworks, and overall system structure.

• Plan, design and guide the product team with software requirements. Provide feasibility studies and set correct expectations of features.
• Support product team to complete product design documents/specifications.
• Perform hands‑on technical audits, code reviews, and support troubleshooting in AOSP/HAL layers.
• Lead product feature development with ODM partners, driving technical implementation and maintenance throughout the software lifecycle.
• Manage software release roadmaps, technical scope, and the full lifecycle of critical issues using Jira/Gitlab to ensure transparency and technical velocity.
• Support other teams to validate bug reports and improvements, design solutions, and document analyses.
• Assess software capabilities of potential new ODM partners and provide reports and opinions on risks and benefits.

• Develop and communicate the software design vision and strategy for smartphone platforms to Fairphone’s ODMs.
• Ensure designs are consistent, coherent, and meet Fairphone product requirements.
• Bridge business requirements with technical implementation to create feasible and efficient solutions.
• Drive software quality, performance, and stability improvements through rigorous issue tracking and process optimization.
• Build and maintain strong technical relationships with ODM partners to ensure timely delivery and high standards.
• Prioritize and champion software longevity by planning for long‑term OS support, security updates, and maintainability.

• Clarify and prioritize software issues and help ODM to resolve them effectively.
• Continuously improve software performance and quality by monitoring issue‑fixing processes and taking corrective actions.
• Set up and monitor software milestones with ODM, foresee potential risks, and ensure on‑time delivery with expected quality.
• Research and study new features to strengthen Fairphone products.

• BS/MS in Computer Science or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in the mobile (feature/smart) phones and telecommunications industry.
• Deep technical proficiency in Android architecture (AOSP, HAL, Kernel) with hands‑on debugging on mainstream mobile chipsets.
• Experience collaborating with ODMs and familiar with board bring‑up processes.
• Strong understanding of software design principles and ability to audit critical code.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good English and native Mandarin skills in writing and speaking.
• Proficiency with issue tracking systems (Jira preferred) for bug lifecycle management and project coordination.

• Experience in modem development and 3
  
  GPP/ETSI protocol stack; supporting carrier IoT interoperability testing.
• Experience in project/resource/budget planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Experience with code robustness tools such as Klocwork or Black Duck.
• Knowledge of AI/ML integration in Android (on‑device AI, NPU utilization).
• Experience with audio subsystem architecture (ALSA, Audio HAL) and audio‑related features.
• Proficiency with GNU/Linux operating systems.

• The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry globally.
• A diverse work environment with international, passionate, warm‑hearted team members.
• Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
• Paid annual leave, birthday leave, public holidays, and rest days in accordance with labour law.
• Hybrid work model.
• Home office allowance.
• Social benefits and contributions as required under Taiwan law.
• Professional development opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement.

Fairphone values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strives to create an inclusive work environment where all employees feel respected and supported.